Signature Events Intern

This internship provides first-hand experience with planning and execution of Make-A-Wish Illinois Signature Events, assisting with internal events, and daily work in Microsoft applications. Time commitment is 12-15 hours per week, including one weekly in-office day on Thursdays.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong people skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Ability to work independently/improvise on the spot
• Desire to contribute to the Make-A-Wish mission

Benefits

• Participate in connection sessions with executive leadership team
• Participate in skill-building workshops and check-ins lead by Human Resources
• Build working relationships cross-departmentally with staff and fellow interns
• Contribute to our mission of granting wishes for children with critical illnesses
• Receive recognition from supervisor(s) and staff during cycle closeout celebration